Winter Travel Tips
Coming to Gatlinburg TN during the winter months can be
somewhat tricky. The weather during the months of
October through December can be very unpredictable. One
day it might be 60 degrees and the next day there might
be a chance of snow showers. Here are just a few
reminders that will help you during your
Gatlinburg TN winter vacation.
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Plan ahead.
Figure out what you would like to do while you are
in Gatlinburg. Get together with others who are traveling
with you and plan out desired attractions.
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Call around and
get prices on ticket packages for various
attractions in the area. Also, remember that many
cabin rental companies or hotels have package deals
including lodging and attractions.
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Be sure to ask
if your Gatlinburg cabin has a gravel, paved or
steep driveway. This can be very important during
icy weather. Needing 4 wheel drive or tire chains is
very possible.
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If you are
flying, you will most likely need a rental car.
There are plenty of place to rent a car in Knoxville
(also the closest airport).
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What kind of
lodging do you want? Something within walking
distance to town or something more in the mountains
in a more private location? Do you want a cabin for
the many amenities or do you want a condo for the
convenience to town.
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If you do not
like crowds, then call around to friends or even
companies in Gatlinburg and see when the off
weekends are for skiing or winter activities in that
area. Although October, November and December are
busy, certain weeks kind have a lot less traffic.
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If you plan to
go skiing, please call ahead to Ober Gatlinburg to
clarify that they are offering ski lesson to first
time skiers.
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Check the
weather and pack accordingly. Checking the weather
in advance will give you a pretty good idea of how
many jackets, sweaters or scarves to pack while you
are on your
Gatlinburg vacation.
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If you booked a
Gatlinburg cabin rental, make sure you have the
proper directions from your rental company to lessen
the chance of getting lost on icy mountain roads.
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If you are
staying in a cabin make sure to find out what they
will provide for you. Most of them come fully
equipped with linen, toiletries and kitchen ware, but
some do not offer charcoal or firewood. Find out
what you may or may not need for your Gatlinburg
vacation.
Sometimes vacations
can start off on the wrong foot or be ruined because
lack of planning. At times, people accidently forget the
small things. Please choose a company who is willing to
do all the planning for you or willing to advise you on
certain things. If all else fails, ask your cabin rental
company anything and everything. This is why the
reservation staff gets paid. |
